Islamabad, 13th September 2024: Speaker National AssemblySardar Ayaz Sadiq emphasized that Pakistan highly values its relationship with the European Union and is committed to strengthening this bond into a robust strategic partnership. He remarked, "Pakistan is a multi-cultural, multi-religious, and multi-national country, where citizens enjoy fundamental rights as guaranteed by the Constitution." He further highlighted that the Parliament has consistently undertaken initiatives to safeguard the rights and welfare of all Pakistanis.The Speaker expressed these views during a meeting with the European Union delegation, led by Mr. Frans van Daele, Special Envoy  of the European Union, at Parliament House, Islamabad, today.  Dr. Reena Kavinka, Ambassador of the European Union to Pakistan was also present in the meeting.

Sardar Ayaz Sadiq acknowledged the significant role that minorities play in Pakistan's national development and prosperity. He reiterated that Parliament is committed to promoting religious harmony and has ensured full representation of minority communities in the legislative body. "The international community should recognize the severe human rights violations occurring in Occupied Kashmir and Gaza," he said, urging the global community to take action to halt the ongoing atrocities in these regions.

EU Special Envoy  Frans van Daele reaffirmed Pakistan's importance on the global stage and expressed the European Union's desire to further strengthen ties with the country. He stated, "The European Union is keen to enhance both bilateral and multilateral cooperation with Pakistan